What makes Taxidermy by Sharon Needles notable?

Taxidermy received positive reviews and highlighted Sharon Needles' continued influence in the drag and LGBTQ+ music scenes. The album debuted at number 5 on the Billboard Top Dance/Electronic Albums chart, demonstrating her commercial viability within these communities. It also showcased her ability to fuse theatricality with music, further establishing her brand as an artist who embraces both camp and substance. When Taxidermy was released in 2015, Sharon Needles was solidifying her place in the music scene following her win on RuPaul's Drag Race in 2012. This album marked her second studio release, following her debut album, PG-13, which had showcased her unique blend of horror aesthetics and pop culture references. By this point, she had gained a significant fanbase eager for her distinctive sound and persona.

Who is Taxidermy for?

Taxidermy works well if you're into eerie themes with playful wit, short tracks for quick engagement and darkly whimsical late-night vibes.

How many songs are on Taxidermy?

Taxidermy has 11 tracks, running approximately 37 minutes.

Released 11 years ago this October

Taxidermy

Sharon Needles · 2015

37 min · 11 tracks

A haunting blend of darkwave, glam, and pop that captures the eerie essence of the macabre.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Dracula — The opening track sets the tone with its gothic imagery and pulsating beats, encapsulating the album's overall aesthetic perfectly.
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Supernature — A reimagining of Cerrone's classic, this cover highlights Needles' knack for blending retro sounds with modern sensibilities while embracing themes of transformation.
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Wendigo — This track delves into themes of folklore and horror, showcasing Needles' storytelling abilities through a catchy melody that keeps listeners engaged.
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Glow in the Dark! — An upbeat anthem that celebrates individuality and self-expression, it stands out as a danceable highlight that resonates with her fanbase.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

eerie themes with playful wit
short tracks for quick engagement
darkly whimsical late-night vibes
haunting melodies with catchy hooks

Maybe skip if you

prefer straightforward, upbeat sounds
seek lengthy immersive experiences

Where this album fits

Career context: When Taxidermy was released in 2015, Sharon Needles was solidifying her place in the music scene following her win on RuPaul's Drag Race in 2012. This album marked her second studio release, following her debut album, PG-13, which had showcased her unique blend of horror aesthetics and pop culture references. By this point, she had gained a significant fanbase eager for her distinctive sound and persona.
Stylistic neighbors: Peaches· Lady Gaga· Fever Ray

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 Dracula 3:14
2 Dead Dandelion 3:17
3 Taxidermy 3:24
4 Hollywoodn't 3:24
5 Supernature 4:19
6 Lucy 4:07
7 Wendigo 3:37
8 Glow in the Dark! 3:28
9 Scream 2:43
10 The Damned 2:51
11 Whammy 3:09

What to play next

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